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losing

American  
[loo-zing] / ˈlu zɪŋ /

adjective

  1. causing or suffering loss.

noun

  1. losings, losses.

losing British  
/ ˈluːzɪŋ /

adjective

  1. unprofitable; failing

    the business was a losing concern
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Other Word Forms

  • losingly adverb

Etymology

Origin of losing

First recorded before 950; Middle English, Old English; lose, -ing 1, -ing 2

Example Sentences

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The result also led to Spain, one of the co-hosts of the next World Cup in 2030, losing their top place in the world rankings.

From BBC

Manufacturers are losing lots of skilled, older workers as they retire, but they are not trying to replace them because of uncertainty about future sales.

From MarketWatch

The Syrian Revolution inspired Zaalan to become a clown after losing friends, acquaintances and inspirations who were truth tellers and artists.

From Los Angeles Times

The trauma of losing her house left her in a prolonged depression.

From Los Angeles Times

Domestic and international criticism has been mounting against the sole custody system in Japan, which critics say led many divorcees to become estranged from their children after losing custody of them.

From BBC

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